Sometimes numbers can spell words. And in Patrick Acton’s case, those words are “tireless passion.” To put it simply, the Iowa artist has, for the past 44 years, created models out of matchsticks. A deep dive into his singular efforts, … Continue reading →
If two years of a pandemic have taught us anything, it’s that when what has always been done no longer works – for whatever reason — then it’s time to brainstorm and come up with new alternatives and options. You … Continue reading →
There are many ways to take better care of the environment, and Ann Arbor, Mich., is full steam ahead with its plans to do so. Missy Stults, city sustainability manager, explained in great detail just what these plans involved, both … Continue reading →
STEVENSVILLE, MD, April 27, 2022 – Hawaii, long known for beautiful beaches, sunny skies, and tropical climes, has added another highlight to the list – an advanced heavy duty vehicle lifting industry supporting the islands’ public, private, and commercial transportation … Continue reading →
Fasteners can be a complicated subject, especially when wading through the various styles, sizes, materials and plating. However, getting the right fastener doesn’t have to be complicated, especially with SIMIFAST. With over 40 years of continued business, SIMIFAST offers top-quality … Continue reading →
A regional park in Longview, Texas, Lear Park was first acquired by the city in 1998 with the assistance of donations made by William Lear. After the original development of the park in 2000, the park has since grown to … Continue reading →
Make way gas guzzlers! There’s a new fleet vehicle that city governments are lining up to employ. The city of Hyattsville, Md., is one of many cities that have recently implemented electric-powered refuse trucks to combat its carbon footprint, welcoming … Continue reading →
What do you think of when you hear discussions of sustainability? Recycling? Alternate forms of power? Going vegan? More cycling and walking and less driving? With spring approaching and another Earth Day next month, you can’t help but think of … Continue reading →
Mahanth Joishy, superintendent of fleet services for Madison, Wis., knows that the clock is ticking. The time to cut carbon from his fleet is now. In April 2021, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway unveiled the Climate Forward agenda to guide all municipal … Continue reading →
Each year, municipalities across the nation spend months planning to clear the snow from their streets. Not only do they need to have their equipment and supplies ready to go the moment the flurries begin to fly, but they also … Continue reading →
Technology creeps into every aspect of our personal lives — inside cars, appliances, furniture and plumbing fixtures — it’s not just laptops and phones anymore! Transitioning to the municipal office, the same would be true. The use of technology, or … Continue reading →
